Arnulfo
Meaningeagle wolf · Germanic
Arnulfo is a Mexican boy name meaning “eagle wolf”, with Germanic roots. Germanic names were often built from two words, such as strength, protection or fame, joined into one. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Did you know?
- Word funArnulfo doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
- GenerationArnulfo peaked in 1951, which makes it a classic Baby Boomer name. The typical Arnulfo you'd meet today is about 74 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Arnulfo would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 58,824 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryArnulfo first shows up in US birth records in 1909, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 116 years since.
US births per million boys, 1909–2025
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About the name Arnulfo
Arnulfo is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “eagle wolf”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1950s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm, and it's now coming back into style. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Mateo · gift of God
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
Questions about the name Arnulfo
What does the name Arnulfo mean?
Arnulfo means “eagle wolf” and comes from Germanic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Adler (“eagle”), Arnold (“eagle power”), Arnoldo (“eagle power”) and Haitham (“young eagle”).
What is the origin of the name Arnulfo?
Arnulfo is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Germanic. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Arnulfo a boy or girl name?
Arnulfo is a boy name. In 2025, 29 US boys were named Arnulfo.
How popular is the name Arnulfo?
Arnulfo ranked #3,757 for US boys in 2025, given to 29 babies. Its best year was 1951, when it reached #707. Over the last five years it has climbed 1,098 places.
What names are similar to Arnulfo?
If you like Arnulfo, you might also like Adler, Arnold, Arnoldo and Haitham.
What should I know before naming my baby Arnulfo?
Arnulfo is a Mexican boy name meaning “eagle wolf”, with Germanic roots. Germanic names were often built from two words, such as strength, protection or fame, joined into one. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.